Performance of Strawberry Varieties and Selections in Indiana

Abstract

Twenty-two substantially virus-free strawberry varieties and selections were set out in April, 1955 on a well-drained sandy loam soil at Lafayette, Indiana. The plots were not irrigated. During the growing season rainfall was adequate except during two periods; August, 1955, when only 1.67 inches of rain were recorded, and the period from June 1 to June 20, 1956, when only 0.12 of an inch was recorded. This coincides with the harvest period. In a four day period immediately before harvest, 3.28 inches were recorded. This unequal distribution of rain during the harvest period put late varieties at a disadvantage. consequently, varieties should not be compared across seasons for yield. Yield, earliness, plant production, freezing evaluation, and leaf spot data are presented in Table 1.